How To Fix CACSAC101 - The document posting is locked by another process

CACSAC101 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSAC - Messages for Read Modules for Commission Documents

• Message number: 101

• Message text: The document posting is locked by another process

What causes this issue?

Another process is currently performing tasks that are so important,
that it is not possible to post any new documents.

System Response

Document posting is cancelled and the commission cases are set to
pending.
You can leave the settlement, mass post-run update etc. until the other
process has completed its tasks.

How to fix this error?

Wait until the process has finished then use mass post-run update to
complete the pending items.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSAC101 - The document posting is locked by another process ?

  The SAP error message CACSAC101, which states "The document posting is locked by another process," typically occurs when a document or transaction is being accessed or modified by another user or process in the SAP system. This locking mechanism is a standard feature in SAP to ensure data integrity and prevent conflicts during concurrent processing.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently editing or posting the same document.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the document, preventing others from accessing it.
  System Errors: Occasionally, system errors or crashes can leave locks in place that are not released properly.
  Background Jobs: Background jobs that are processing documents can also lead to this error if they are still running.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the lock is temporary, waiting for a few moments and then retrying the operation may resolve the issue.
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code